Orchid Bay is an established residential neighborhood in Palm City, Martin County, Florida. County records show roughly 172 homesites, with homes built 1963–2018 and a median living area of about 2,778 sq ft.
Orchid Bay is a gated single-family home community in Palm City, Martin County, Florida, with roughly 172 homesites built between 1963 and 2018, including the Captain's Creek section. Residents have tennis and pickleball courts, a basketball court, sand volleyball, playground, dog park, picnic area, jogging path and a 3+ acre recreation area, plus four lakes with a canoe/kayak launch and gazebo. The HOA is $197 per month and homes are zoned for Palm City Elementary, Hidden Oaks Middle and Martin County High, with easy access to I-95 and the Florida Turnpike. The listings below are pulled from a boundary drawn around the recorded plat, so you only see homes actually inside Orchid Bay.
Location context: Martin County is served by I-95, US-1, and the Florida Turnpike. Stuart to West Palm Beach runs ~40 min; to Fort Lauderdale ~70 min; to Port St. Lucie ~20 min. The county's low-density character and Intracoastal access attract buyers seeking a quieter Treasure Coast alternative to Palm Beach County.
Search Only Inside Orchid Bay
Most Palm City searches return everything in the zip code. The listings on this page — and this map search — use a boundary drawn from the neighborhood's recorded plat, so you only see homes for sale that are actually inside Orchid Bay.
Refine by price, beds, and baths on the map, or save the search to be alerted the moment a new listing appears inside the boundary.
Neighborhood Snapshot
Orchid Bay — Palm City, Martin County (Martin County Property Appraiser data)
Gated Entry With Two Gated Entrances
HOA $197/Month Covering Common Areas And Security
Tennis And Pickleball Courts
Basketball Court And Sand Volleyball
Playground, Picnic Area And Dog Park
Four Community Lakes With Fountains
Canoe/Kayak Launch And Gazebo
3+ Acre Recreation Area
Zoned schools: Palm City Elementary, Hidden Oaks Middle, Martin County High
Homes built 1963–2018
About 172 homesites
Why Choose Orchid Bay?
Key reasons buyers and sellers choose this Martin County community
Established Palm City Location
Orchid Bay sits in Palm City, within easy reach of Stuart / Treasure Coast employment, the beaches, and the Intracoastal. Martin County is served by I-95, US-1, and the Florida Turnpike.
Know the Real Value Before You Offer
Resale pricing in Orchid Bay swings with condition, updates, roof and A/C age, and insurance costs. Our team runs neighborhood comps and checks the details that move value before you commit.
Sell With a Neighborhood Expert
If you own in Orchid Bay, we track every sale inside the boundary, price your home against true in-neighborhood comps, and market it to buyers already searching this community.
Major Employers Within Commuting Distance
Key employment centers accessible from Stuart / Treasure Coast
Cleveland Clinic / Martin HealthStuart ~15 min
Pratt & Whitney (via I-95)Jupiter ~25 min
Martin County SchoolsStuart ~15 min
Tradition Medical CenterPort St. Lucie ~20 min
Cummins AllisonStuart ~10 min
Places of Interest
Water
St. Lucie River boat ramps~10 min
Halpatiokee Regional Park~15 min
Manatee Pocket (Port Salerno)~20 min
Beaches
Stuart Beach~20 min
Jensen Beach~25 min
Bathtub Reef Beach~25 min
Healthcare
Cleveland Clinic Martin North~10 min
Cleveland Clinic Martin South~15 min
Tradition Medical Center~25 min
Shopping
Martin Downs Village Center~5 min
Treasure Coast Square (Stuart)~15 min
Downtown Stuart~15 min
Orchid Bay at a Glance
Home types: single-family homes
MLS subdivision names: Orchid Bay, Captain's Creek (Aka Orchid Bay), Captains Creek (Orchid Bay)
Active listing prices: $719K (1 active listing)
Recent sales: $775K–$1.3M (2 closed sales, last 12 months)
Boating: Community canoe/kayak launch on neighborhood lakes
HOA: $197/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Orchid Bay and buying or selling in Martin County
What is Orchid Bay in Palm City?
Orchid Bay is a single-family homes neighborhood in Palm City, Martin County, Florida, established in the 1960s. Paradise Realty FLA represents buyers and sellers in Orchid Bay directly — our brokerage is based in Stuart and serves Martin, Palm Beach, St. Lucie, and Indian River counties.
What do homes in Orchid Bay cost?
Based on the Martin County Property Appraiser's 2025 roll, the median assessed value in Orchid Bay is about $722,710; market listings typically fall around $675,000-$975,000 depending on size, updates, and lot. Our team pulls current in-neighborhood comps before you make or accept an offer.
Does Orchid Bay have an HOA?
Yes — active listings in Orchid Bay report HOA dues of about $197/month. Dues, what they include, and any deed restrictions should be verified at contract for the specific home; we confirm current figures before you make an offer.
How does the neighborhood listing search work?
The listings on this page use a boundary drawn from the recorded plat of Orchid Bay, so they show only homes for sale inside the neighborhood rather than everything in the Palm City zip code. Open the map search to refine by price, beds, and baths, or save the search for alerts.
How does Paradise Realty FLA help Orchid Bay buyers and sellers?
Paradise Realty FLA is a Stuart-based brokerage that represents Orchid Bay buyers and sellers directly. Our team handles the dually licensed intake consultation (real estate and financing together), runs in-neighborhood comps, and coordinates every document and deadline through closing.
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